Chevy? Ford? Dodge? Toyota? Nissan?

[SoCalDrifter]

Ok so im in the market for a brand new or 2010 or newer truck.....

Im wondering is what truck would u go with if you were buying a new truck chevy silverado? ford f150? dodge ram 1500? toyota tundra? nissan titan? im goin v8 because it will be towing my track car and dont think one of those small v6 tacomas or colorados will do the job

ive owned a titan before its was a 07 but had 100k miles i bought it used but i heard there trannys arent so good but no idea about the new ones.......??

ive also owned a 07 silverado from 40-70k miles was a great truck alot of fun but couldnt do the towing job it wasnt setup the right way but the motor could definitally do it

so with all that said what do u guys think would be the best truck to buy also what are the +/- of each truck if anyone knows thanks

[K_style]

Why dont you have a poll.

[Corbic]

There are only three choices.

Fullsize
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-V01RltyuMAo/UB4RKaE-V9I/AAAAAAAAAFw/rA0vviy3nlU/s1600/ford-raptor-1.jpg

Midsize
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2011/11/toyota-tacoma-trd-baja-sema.jpg

Compact.

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2012/11/001-2013-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-1353513760-opt.jpg

[Corbic]

Im wondering is what truck would u go with if you were buying a new truck chevy silverado? ford f150? dodge ram 1500? toyota tundra? nissan titan? im goin v8 because it will be towing my track car and dont think one of those small v6 tacomas or colorados will do the job


Don't over buy. If your car is a 240sx - thats 2,600lbs, a trailer will be another 800-1,500 depending. So your really looking at a max of 5,000lbs. I don't think there is a truck out there that can't pull that with ease.

I've pulled plenty of 240s with a '98 3.4L 4Runner. That thing is a slow lil piggy but it pulled just fine. When it's not towing it's getting 19mpg.

My Brocoma is a 4.fucking awesome V6. I swear the truck is faster than my 350Z was. It pulls shit like it's not there and I get 18mpg on 32" tires.

So just because you want to two 6 weekends a month doesn't mean you need to pay more up front, pay more for insurance and pay more for gas at $4 a gallon all year long.

[Flicktitty]

Corbic - What year is your Tacoma?


Because you didn't put a price in there if you want a GAS truck the new(er) 5.0 F150 is a great hauler. I've pulled my S13 with a 27' enclosed trailer quite a bit with no issues at all. Hardly tell it's behind you.

Or a Toyota Tundra with the 5.7L V8. Toyota is set to announce the new 2014 Tundra this week at the Chicago Auto show, so i would expect prices to drop on the the current body style here in the next coming weeks or months. I've hauled 240's with both a 2010 Tundra with no issues and a 2008 Toyota Seqouia Both were great, the Seqouia didn't seem quite as stable as the Tundra.

Or you could go with a Diesel truck and not worry about it, Have you considered spending less and getting an early 90s or late 80s Chevy/GMC 1 ton with the big block? Those can be found real cheap and look cool.

[Corbic]

2005 Brocoma extended cab 4X4 V6 TRD Off-Road with duratracs.

OP pass on the Tundra. It's a pile. Also, don't get a Big-Block truck unless you like single diget fuel economy while towing.

Unless you will be towing every other day, don't waste your money and time on a diesel. They are expensive to buy, maintenance can be devastating and full-size diesel trucks don't get the best fuel economy at the extra cost of diesel.

[PanxBimbo]

Get a Raptor! Great Truck¡

[Future240]

The only trucks I would ever consider. Yes I know it is basically the same truck.

http://www.readywheels.com/landing-pages/chevy-silverado-1.jpg

http://gmcsierratacoma.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/gmc-sierra.jpg

[lewisfk]

I have a Ford Ecoboost and I love it. It does have a few bugs but my truck has been very solid. I have 12500 miles on mine with no problems. I average 16 mpg while towing 5000 lbs. When Im in my truck and crusing I can get anywhere from 20-25mpg at 65-75 mph. My truck is XLT Super Crew, two wheel drive with stock 18inch chrome wheels.

[SoCalDrifter]

There are only three choices.

i wish but a raptor is to exspencive and i dont like those tacomas really idk y

[QUOTE=Corbic;5125709]
OP pass on the Tundra. It's a pile. Also, don't get a Big-Block truck unless you like single diget fuel economy while towing.

Unless you will be towing every other day, don't waste your money and time on a diesel. They are expensive to buy, maintenance can be devastating and full-size diesel trucks don't get the best fuel economy at the extra cost of diesel.

i wasnt really planning on the tundra unless they were supper great trucks because i already know how bad they were in gas took me about 250$ to drive 5 hours in one of those things haha sick truck but that V8s a killer

also didnt plan on going diesel because there super exspensive like everyones said already



Or you could go with a Diesel truck and not worry about it, Have you considered spending less and getting an early 90s or late 80s Chevy/GMC 1 ton with the big block? Those can be found real cheap and look cool.

^^ only way to get a cheap one is like you said a old 1990 or 1980 that will have 3xx,xxx and may blow up any day so didnt want to put my self in a old car really looking for something new to tow and daily

The only trucks I would ever consider. Yes I know it is basically the same truck.

http://www.readywheels.com/landing-pages/chevy-silverado-1.jpg

http://gmcsierratacoma.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/gmc-sierra.jpg

ive always liked these truck and never heard anything bad or ever had any problems with them the denalli pick up is really nice

[SoCalDrifter]

So really im already narrowed down to Chevy Ford or dodge....

what do you guys think about the new dodges?? i heard there supposed to be really strong and nice

also corbic since your saying i shouldnt go and over spend what truck is sick/nice thats a v6 pick up?? i dont like colorados i think there ugly and maybe that tacoma you showed me but ill look it up black or a different color but what are there other then those?

[Corbic]

So really im already narrowed down to Chevy Ford or dodge....

what do you guys think about the new dodges?? i heard there supposed to be really strong and nice

also corbic since your saying i shouldnt go and over spend what truck is sick/nice thats a v6 pick up?? i dont like colorados i think there ugly and maybe that tacoma you showed me but ill look it up black or a different color but what are there other then those?

Defiantly take the Taco out on a test ride. Maybe the updated grill or a different color will catch your fancy. For me it was the "only choice" because I wanted the efficiency, durability and off road capability. The other trucks really lack the overland performance and fuel economy of the Tacoma. I also only tow 2-3 times a year, and even then it's just small trailers and cars.


There is also the Frontier to consider for a "medium" truck. I have no experience with them. They have boxed frames and a great spec list, but the interiors are Nissan cheap, the exterior is funky and they always get their asses handed to them by the Tacoma in off-road reviews.

The Silverado is a solid choice. Several friends have them. Back in the day I would have said Ram, but Chevy has come a long way since the old 350 and I don't much like the Ram's new looks. The Ford is the truck to beat if you read the magazines.


Specs wise any of the full sizes will do everything and more than what you want. The Ford and Ram both have base V6 engines. The next question is what style are you looking at?

Single? Extended, Crew, King Cab? Long Bed or Short? 4x4 or RWD only? Will you go off-road ever? Desert, Dunes, mud, rocks?

[Corbic]

Because driving over rocks slowly will never be this cool.

http://www.customtacos.com/gallery2/data/500/Cantilever-Ad-003a.jpg

http://articles.dashzracing.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/toyota-tacoma-4x4-fog-lights-14.jpg

[future]

Why not a turbo diesel?

[SoCalDrifter]

Defiantly take the Taco out on a test ride. Maybe the updated grill or a different color will catch your fancy. For me it was the "only choice" because I wanted the efficiency, durability and off road capability. The other trucks really lack the overland performance and fuel economy of the Tacoma. I also only tow 2-3 times a year, and even then it's just small trailers and cars.


There is also the Frontier to consider for a "medium" truck. I have no experience with them. They have boxed frames and a great spec list, but the interiors are Nissan cheap, the exterior is funky and they always get their asses handed to them by the Tacoma in off-road reviews.

The Silverado is a solid choice. Several friends have them. Back in the day I would have said Ram, but Chevy has come a long way since the old 350 and I don't much like the Ram's new looks. The Ford is the truck to beat if you read the magazines.


Specs wise any of the full sizes will do everything and more than what you want. The Ford and Ram both have base V6 engines. The next question is what style are you looking at?

Single? Extended, Crew, King Cab? Long Bed or Short? 4x4 or RWD only? Will you go off-road ever? Desert, Dunes, mud, rocks?

Ya i think ill check out the tacoma in person and for the frontier my friend had one before it was decently fast and could hit little jumps and what not but it didnt like how it was put together like you said kinda cheap the interior was ugly imo

Im looking for either extended or crewcab, 4x4 or rwd doesnt matter to me depends on what truck it would be on really, i like hitting trails and what not so ya it will probably be offroaded here and there also agian depending on what truck i probably wouldnt offroad a brand new silverado but if i were to get a tacoma 4x4 and all that good stuff it would be put to use

[SoCalDrifter]

I have a Ford Ecoboost and I love it. It does have a few bugs but my truck has been very solid. I have 12500 miles on mine with no problems. I average 16 mpg while towing 5000 lbs. When Im in my truck and crusing I can get anywhere from 20-25mpg at 65-75 mph. My truck is XLT Super Crew, two wheel drive with stock 18inch chrome wheels.

was also looking into these also because of the ecoboost heard the gas milage is good but like you said you had a few bugs.... i think its still to soon to get one because ive still heard they have alot of problems

but doesnt ford always... thats kinda why i dont really want to get one(Found On Road Dead)

[bc.]

Why 2010? I mean, there are some good trucks pre 2010 that would be great for what you need. Sorry if we are all making your decision harder, lol. The only thing I can recommend is not to buy brand new, I will never buy a new car/truck (sorry automakers).

[dluevanos01]

Why not a turbo diesel?

What he said!! after I watched this, I think the truck can tow more than a 240!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MqiFM7AB78

[SoCalDrifter]

Why 2010? I mean, there are some good trucks pre 2010 that would be great for what you need. Sorry if we are all making your decision harder, lol. The only thing I can recommend is not to buy brand new, I will never buy a new car/truck (sorry automakers).

im buying new because ill be trading in on it unless they have something i want at the dealership used itll probably be new

[lucky7]

Ford. My dad has an '09 ram, the first of the new body style. It's had a bunch of shit go wrong with it, and had to swap out the rear coil springs in favor of airbags to tow our trailer. As for GM, I don't do GM.

[shoguner]

The only trucks I would ever consider. Yes I know it is basically the same truck.

http://www.readywheels.com/landing-pages/chevy-silverado-1.jpg

http://gmcsierratacoma.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/gmc-sierra.jpg
Couldn't agree more!!!!
i would still like a new ecoboost ford though. 10k pound tow rating.

What he said!! after I watched this, I think the truck can tow more than a 240!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MqiFM7AB78
This is dumb. Has hardly anything to do with the fact he has a diesel.
Tire grip, weight, tire pressure all come into play....

[future]

If I were to buy a truck (never should happen) I wouldn't buy anything less then a turbo diesel. But then that leaves me with American cars, another thing that wouldn't happen anytime soon lol

[Corbic]

If I were to buy a truck (never should happen) I wouldn't buy anything less then a turbo diesel. But then that leaves me with American cars, another thing that wouldn't happen anytime soon lol

http://fastmemes.com/media/created/i6e59f.jpg

[SoCalDrifter]

ok so i went and looked at trucks today and the f150 is nice kinda looking at that right now cause ill get a good deal at galpin

i also check out the new dodge rams and i like how they look and sound but what do you guys think motor wise/towing for them (2013) i wouldnt mind that truck over the f150

checked out chevy and there nice but more exspencive then the dodge and ford so i dont think ill be going chevy

[Corbic]

ok so i went and looked at trucks today and the f150 is nice kinda looking at that right now cause ill get a good deal at galpin

i also check out the new dodge rams and i like how they look and sound but what do you guys think motor wise/towing for them (2013) i wouldnt mind that truck over the f150

checked out chevy and there nice but more exspencive then the dodge and ford so i dont think ill be going chevy

Which Ram? There is over 100 combinations and options.

The lowest Tradesman 2WD pulls +9,000lbs...

[SoCalDrifter]

Which Ram? There is over 100 combinations and options.

The lowest Tradesman 2WD pulls +9,000lbs...

ram1500 with a v8 4 door and 2wd regular bed

[simmode1]

Corbic, you got me considering the Tacoma... I remember when the X-Runner came out, Toyota said they set its performance benchmark as the 350Z, which promptly weirded me the fuck out. But know I'm considering one. The X-Runner is probably more than I wanna pay for, but is that same 240hp V6 with 6 speed trans available in other lower models? How do thay stack up against the X-Runner?

[Corbic]

Corbic, you got me considering the Tacoma... I remember when the X-Runner came out, Toyota said they set its performance benchmark as the 350Z, which promptly weirded me the fuck out. But know I'm considering one. The X-Runner is probably more than I wanna pay for, but is that same 240hp V6 with 6 speed trans available in other lower models? How do thay stack up against the X-Runner?

The X-Runner is a V6 Access-Cab with body kit, 6spd manual, lowering springs, specially valved bilstein shocks and a special "x-brace" that connects the rear frame to stiffen the truck up. It may have 5-10 more HP, but it's all BS HP.

The X-runner does match the original 350Z in magazines numbers IIRC - 0-60, 1/4 mile, slalom, and breaking.

The X-runner is a 5-lug Tacoma, which is SUA and has really no aftermarket off-road potential.

A Pre-Runner gets the 6-lugs, Axle under Spring and off-road suspension set up. This gives it the better stance but is still RWD.

All 4x4s are 6-lug and receive that suspension.


In my neck of the woods a X-runner is more rare then the other trucks, but the RWD only makes it not very desirable. I was seeing X-runners for $11-14k where comprable 4X4s got a $3k premium.

So new wise - all access cabs

X-Runner, street performance truck, 5-lug, V6 + 6spd manual $26k

Pre-Runner, V6 + 5spd auto (only trans), RWD 6-lug $23K

4X4 V6, + 6spd manual, 6lug $25,800


Honestly, get a 4X4, even if you live in the SunBelt. Even if you don't care about extreme weather, 4x4 is still superior off-road and even if you don't plan to go off-roading, your future buyers will.

Also, it's one of those things that once you get it - YOU'LL WANT TO USE IT. For me it went from "pff who goes trail bombing" to "OMFG WHEN ARE WE GOING NEXT THIS ROCKS".

[Corbic]

SuperCharged Double Cab - 12.xx 1/4

AWFq1uudXpg

8psi Xrunner 13.8

QsyncF2MB_M


Fuck FI - LT is where it's at
pcejx-gX6jY

[SoCalDrifter]

Fuck FI - LT is where it's at
pcejx-gX6jY

so ur telling me this truck is 26k new? if so im getting it haha

[simmode1]

Thanks man, that's exactly what I wanted to know. I'm definitely not buying new though. Probably a 2005-2006 vintage like yours.

[Corbic]

so ur telling me this truck is 26k new? if so im getting it haha

+ LT Kit
+ Tires


But yes, guys don't normally modify their powert rains. Checkout the LT section on Tacomaworld.com


You'll have less than 10k into the truck to build one of those if you can wrench.

[Corbic]

Thanks man, that's exactly what I wanted to know. I'm definitely not buying new though. Probably a 2005-2006 vintage like yours.

Yeah, prices can be stupid. Sure a new base is like $26k, but add in some options and packages and your deep into the 30's. Used prices are also often retarded stupid. I paid 13k for mine, '05 117k miles Access Cab with TRD Off Road. Dirt cheap for my area, but you should be able to do better being in Texas.

TRD Offroad has Bilstine off-road shocks, maybe a half inch more ground clearance, body colored flares and e-locker rear.

TRD Sport is turbo hood scoop, body match mirrors, bumpers (no chrome). It's a cosmetic upgrade.

Most people argue factory shock valving sucks. Rear is to hard and front is to soft. Some complain the factory E-lock is to weak and the option is a waste, just upgrade to a ARB Airlock ect. *Shrug*. I'm not a mudder guy so I'm not worried about sheering the teeth on my gears.

Major Bro points if you get blue. Ugh, I spent a month trying to find one.

One of my favorite.

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w67/cracker421/glamisoct12063.jpg

http://www.tacomaworld.com/gallery/data/500/medium/liverXrYWM.jpg

http://i577.photobucket.com/albums/ss212/blackhawke88/DSC_0723.jpg

Blackhawke88's Build/Photo Thread - Tacoma World Forums (http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-builds/25735-blackhawke88s-build-photo-thread.html)

Lots of info, great community. 2nd Gen. Tacomas - Tacoma World Forums (http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/)

[lewisfk]

was also looking into these also because of the ecoboost heard the gas milage is good but like you said you had a few bugs.... i think its still to soon to get one because ive still heard they have alot of problems

but doesnt ford always... thats kinda why i dont really want to get one(Found On Road Dead)

^^ THATS NOT True, but why in the hell would you pay for the same thing year after year from GM. There is no inovation and they charge you an arm and a leg for a truck that the ecoboost out tows, drags, and mpg! This is MY SUGG. Get to AZ, TX, or OKL. Purchase whatever truck you want, but you know my choice. These state listed above have better deals and sales TAX, drive off and be happy! I have a 100k mile bumper to bumper, this is including power train and free rental. Anytime my truck is in the dealership, i get a loner of equal size. My truck has been at the dealer once for an oil change, because it was free!!! :snoop:

[Corbic]

Here is what the Xrunner's "x-brace" looks like. (this one was painted).

http://i486.photobucket.com/albums/rr222/Detective_Dan1/GOPR0020_zpsb29cb9b9.jpg

[Corbic]

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/295290_416827971687394_1896885502_n.jpg

http://i873.photobucket.com/albums/ab296/xru123/0.jpg

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s158/bsp05x-runner/Bretts/Bretts%20X-Runner/P2130014.jpg

[Corbic]

One more for good measure.

rzVRaM-FenU

[drscooper]

corbic what lt kit are you running? looks great man

also the svt raptor prices have gone down alot. get alot for the price you spend there running 35k for dam near new 15k miles

[simmode1]

Uhhh... I want a vehicle that is as fun as a 350Z with more utility than the Z could ever hope for. A vehicle that can tow my weekend toy car to the track and then run right alongside with it if I wanted to. I think the X-Runner is that vehicle.

That long travel stuff looks awesome, but you fucked up when you showed me the x-runner drifting...lol... X-Runner is cheaper than I thought. Seeing 2005's as low as $13.7k locally. Exactly my price range.

I'm sold. Good job, Toyota. I was scratching my head at first, but now I get it.
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lk2njag7Ol1qeqth3o1_500.jpg
Fuckin WANTZ.

[Corbic]

corbic what lt kit are you running? looks great man

also the svt raptor prices have gone down alot. get alot for the price you spend there running 35k for dam near new 15k miles

Me, none. That blue truck is not mine but a guy named Aaron on TacomaWorld. It's just a awesome build thread. I get some pics of my truck up tomorrow.

[Corbic]

That long travel stuff looks awesome, but you fucked up when you showed me the x-runner drifting...lol... X-Runner is cheaper than I thought. Seeing 2005's as low as $13.7k locally. Exactly my price range.

I'm sold. Good job, Toyota. I was scratching my head at first, but now I get it.
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lk2njag7Ol1qeqth3o1_500.jpg
Fuckin WANTZ.

Yeah, I'm a huge fan. Fuck, I get better "fuel economy" then my Z. I average 18mpg regular where my Z only ever managed 20 on premium.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_N6XA6sJdFnw/S_AYEjP-i8I/AAAAAAAAAUI/kc6oOkahG3o/s1600/IMG_8197.jpg

http://i512.photobucket.com/albums/t324/blastap/24793_383398733558_587883558_374085.jpg

[Corbic]

Tacos running spec ops in Afghanistan. 'MERIKA FUCK YEAH

http://www.tacomaworld.com/gallery/data/500/medium/AstanTacoma.jpg

http://www.brian894x4.com/images/Militarytacorandy2.jpg

http://www.brian894x4.com/images/MilTacoma7.jpg

http://home.comcast.net/~bsims34/images/militaryTacomas/tacoma1.jpg

http://www.brian894x4.com/images/MilTacoma4.jpg

http://www.brian894x4.com/images/MilTacoma2.jpg

[simmode1]

That red one on TE's... Exactly what I want. EXACTLY.

[Corbic]

That red one on TE's... Exactly what I want. EXACTLY.

It is handsome.

I'm surprised these where never more popular. Guys are running high 12's on the Supercharger kit and there is just gobs of room for turbo kits.

[simmode1]

^^^If I get a red one, its gonna get the same matching white wheels as my red Zenki. That would make towing the S14 even better... lol... And its lowering kits seem cheaper than what most of us pay of coilovers...

[lewisfk]

Heads up guys the Ford, Toyota, and Nissan trucks over there are turbo charged diesels for the most part. I know because we couldn’t catch them, after they motored or rocket the base I was at. We managed to catch one do to driver era, he crashed in berm

[Corbic]

Heads up guys the Ford, Toyota, and Nissan trucks over there are turbo charged diesels for the most part. I know because we couldn’t catch them, after they motored or rocket the base I was at. We managed to catch one do to driver era, he crashed in berm

The primary truck overseas is the Hilux Diesel, cousin to the Tacoma. The 3.0 Diesel they have is only 162hp, and that is the latest and greatest. The older N50 (90's) Truck only made 90hp.

Faster then a loaded M1097? Sure... Faster than a turbo M1151? Meh, doubtful, but possible. Faster then a 4.0 V6 Tacoma/Hilux, FUCK NO.

[Corbic]

corbic what lt kit are you running? looks great man


Pics of my battle rig... better late the never. Just got her washed and fixed up today.



http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff467/AFZombie/20130216_182230_2_zpsc52b0db9.jpg

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff467/AFZombie/20130216_182220_1_zps99b22978.jpg


http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff467/AFZombie/20130216_182343_zps77cb7d9f.jpg

Patched up some scars drifter style.

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff467/AFZombie/20130216_163906_zps43699dcd.jpg

[SoCalDrifter]

Sorry for the late response but i just went out looking tonight at dodge and ford seeing that it was end of the month say and all that nonsense....ford sold the truck i wanted....chevy was to exspensive....dodge gave me the killer deal so i traded my car in and brought my new truck home

2013 dodge ram 1500 5.7L 1 1/2 door all blacked out everything with 20'' wheels and fully trailer system setup (electric brake controller, tow hit, tow setting) and some other stuff

[lucky7]

My dad had to put airbags on his '09 Ram (first of the new style) just to tow our trailer. :)
I think if he could do it over again he'd finally listen to me and buy a PSD Ford.

Congrats on the truck though, they're pretty nice. Not much of a work truck, but a good commuter/light towing vehicle. The coil springs are comfy, no doubt. They just tow much better with a stiffened up rear suspension.

[B-Rod15]

Yeah, prices can be stupid. Sure a new base is like $26k, but add in some options and packages and your deep into the 30's. Used prices are also often retarded stupid. I paid 13k for mine, '05 117k miles Access Cab with TRD Off Road. Dirt cheap for my area, but you should be able to do better being in Texas.

TRD Offroad has Bilstine off-road shocks, maybe a half inch more ground clearance, body colored flares and e-locker rear.

TRD Sport is turbo hood scoop, body match mirrors, bumpers (no chrome). It's a cosmetic upgrade.

Most people argue factory shock valving sucks. Rear is to hard and front is to soft. Some complain the factory E-lock is to weak and the option is a waste, just upgrade to a ARB Airlock ect. *Shrug*. I'm not a mudder guy so I'm not worried about sheering the teeth on my gears.

Major Bro points if you get blue. Ugh, I spent a month trying to find one.

One of my favorite.

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w67/cracker421/glamisoct12063.jpg

http://www.tacomaworld.com/gallery/data/500/medium/liverXrYWM.jpg

http://i577.photobucket.com/albums/ss212/blackhawke88/DSC_0723.jpg

Blackhawke88's Build/Photo Thread - Tacoma World Forums (http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-builds/25735-blackhawke88s-build-photo-thread.html)

Lots of info, great community. 2nd Gen. Tacomas - Tacoma World Forums (http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/)

I'm a member of tacomaworld (bobby15) ..I vote tacoma .........


oops should have read the last few post haha

[Corbic]

Sorry for the late response but i just went out looking tonight at dodge and ford seeing that it was end of the month say and all that nonsense....ford sold the truck i wanted....chevy was to exspensive....dodge gave me the killer deal so i traded my car in and brought my new truck home

2013 dodge ram 1500 5.7L 1 1/2 door all blacked out everything with 20'' wheels and fully trailer system setup (electric brake controller, tow hit, tow setting) and some other stuff

Dodge has an access cab?!

[SoCalDrifter]

My dad had to put airbags on his '09 Ram (first of the new style) just to tow our trailer. :)
I think if he could do it over again he'd finally listen to me and buy a PSD Ford.

Congrats on the truck though, they're pretty nice. Not much of a work truck, but a good commuter/light towing vehicle. The coil springs are comfy, no doubt. They just tow much better with a stiffened up rear suspension.

someone else said that also but the guy at dealer said that the 2013 comes with some kind of special springs that every other truck doesnt use or something i forgot exactly but i think its leaf springs unless thats what every other truck has....as the towing goes ill see how it puts up next week when i tow somethings

Dodge has an access cab?!

ya its kinda weird but they have a single cab then the 1 and 1/2 then the full 4 door...the 1 1/2 door just has a smaller back door but its still a full door you dont have to open it like the fords...if you get what im saying

[Corbic]

ya its kinda weird but they have a single cab then the 1 and 1/2 then the full 4 door...the 1 1/2 door just has a smaller back door but its still a full door you dont have to open it like the fords...if you get what im saying

As I thought. I don't like how Dodge did this generation with only the standard or quad cab and King cab. Standard is worthless and quad is to much. I would have liked an extended or access cab option.

[stevenwhite1989]

Just hold off for the 2014 Ram 1500 V6TT Diesel. Money well spent!

[drscooper]

Pics of my battle rig... better late the never. Just got her washed and fixed up today.

nice man. ive had my 03 tacoma since 04 and i love it. im debating on lt kit and hole shabang on that or the tundra

[idahotuner]

i bought an 12 ram 2500 cummins.
what it looked like when i bought it
http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd230/idahotuner/2012-07-31150321.jpg
how it looks now
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/541776_10151406659477674_1808988223_n.jpg

[stevenwhite1989]

^^^^
I love my 03 5.9 Cummins HO with manual trans, Im getting 25mpgs and I can pull a house down if I wanted. I traded my 08 6.4 PS for it, and havent looked back since.

[idahotuner]

yeah i towed my buddies 30ft camper back from north dakota to missoula, and truck didn't even squat , pulled perfectly flat, this one had a factory LSD installed also.

[SoCalDrifter]

i bought an 12 ram 2500 cummins.
what it looked like when i bought it
http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd230/idahotuner/2012-07-31150321.jpg
how it looks now
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/541776_10151406659477674_1808988223_n.jpg

thats dope i pulled my trailer and car the other day with my 1500 and had no problems with it i just need to get a lower ball so i can tow it evenly but todays also a sad day for my truck some stupid bitch crossed a double yellow right infront of me and i had no choice but to hit her.... her car is totaled but the Ram rammed its way threw hahah only broke a headlight, fender liner, fog light, and its gunna need a new hood, fender, grill, and front bumper....all im gunna say is im so fucking glad it wasnt my fault or i would be :rl: mofos in anger haha but im still pretty sad my trucks already smashed up

[driftracerx]

go ford , ive owned several chevy's in the past and i wouldnt trade my v8 for f150 for any of them

[simmode1]

I was driving around, having a total shit day, when I happened upon a dinky little dealership with a black 2006 X-Runner sitting right at the front of the lot. I stopped in for a test drive and fell in love.

Thanks, Corbic. I'm gonna update this thread once I snagged one. That thing put a smile on my face a mile wide when I really needed it.

[Corbic]

I was driving around, having a total shit day, when I happened upon a dinky little dealership with a black 2006 X-Runner sitting right at the front of the lot. I stopped in for a test drive and fell in love.

Thanks, Corbic. I'm gonna update this thread once I snagged one. That thing put a smile on my face a mile wide when I really needed it.

Get one yet?

Using mine yesterday - http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff467/AFZombie/20130413_135114_zpsf6f58e57.jpg

[KiLLeR2001]

Das Ecoboost.

[redline racer510]

Ecoboost is garbage, get a Tacoma 4.0 manual.

[simmode1]

Get one yet?
Nope. Waiting till I finish paying off back taxes. Might be a while.